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Winter 2024: Currently accepting applications
Summer 2024: Currently accepting applications
Fall 2024: Applications open on October 2, 2023
The Post-Degree Diploma in International Business Management teaches you about importing and exporting, market research to develop market entry strategies, supply chain management, managing in international environments, and legal and financial aspects of international trade business.
Two ways to get a practical education
Get essential career training that will prepare you for your future career with the Career Boost Program.
Complete projects in the modern workplace with the Business Internship Program.
Get one-of-a-kind training
The International Business Management program is the only one of its kind in Canada to be offered in partnership with the Forum for International Trade and Training (FITT) program, a not-for-profit organization offering international business resources, training programs and certifications for global trade professionals.
All students in the post-degree diploma will be automatically enrolled in the FITT program and receive an industry recognized FITT Diploma in International Trade upon completion of all requirements. Once you complete a year of work experience in international trade, you may also apply for the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation.
Please note that you must have a bachelor's degree in order to take this program.
Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:
Note: It is recommended that students have a minimum grade of 60% (grade C) on average in their undergraduate degree.
You can get an average cost for your program - tuition and student fees, books, uniforms, lab fees etc - on the Program Cost page.
Only programs approved for student loan funding are listed on the Program Cost page. For all other programs, refer to the Tuition Fee page.
Graduation Requirements
Course Requirements:
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
Select one of the following two options: (See Notes 1-2) | ||
Fundamentals of Business |
3.00 |
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ECON 1103 |
Globalization And The World Economy |
3.00 |
Select one of the following two options: (See Notes 3) |
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CSIS 1190 |
Excel for Business | 3.00 |
FINC 1231 |
Business Mathematics | 3.00 |
Required Courses: | ||
MARK 1120 (See Note 3) | Introductory Marketing | 3.00 |
BUSN 3100 | Trade in the Global Marketplace | 3.00 |
BLAW 3700 | Fundamentals of International Trade Law | 3.00 |
MARK 3300 | International Marketing | 3.00 |
BUSN 3200 | Global Trade Finance | 3.00 |
BUSN 3410 | Global Supply Chain Management | 3.00 |
BUSN 3500 | Business Entry Strategies, International | 3.00 |
Select one of the following two options: |
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MARK 4441 or |
Marketing Research or |
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COBA 4885 (See Note 4) |
Experiential Learning & Internship |
3.00 |
Total Credits | 30.00 |
Notes:
1) The courses, above, have been listed in the recommended order for students to take them. To complete the program efficiently, students need to:
2) All students are required to take BUSN 1200 or ECON 1103 in their first semester of study. It is recommended that International students take BUSN 1200 to gain an understanding of the Canadian business environment.
3) Students with a non-business major in their undergraduate degree are required to take CSIS 1190 or FINC 1231, and MARK 1120 in their first semester of study. Students with a business major in their undergraduate degree who have taken Finance/Marketing/Business Math are strongly encouraged to take CSIS 1190 or FINC 1231, and MARK 1120. Students with a Major in Finance in their undergraduate degree can take 3.0 credits of 1000 to 4000-level electives instead of CSIS 1190 or FINC 1231. Students with a Major in Marketing in their undergraduate degree can take 3.0 credits of 1000 to 4000-level electives instead of MARK 1120. Affected students are advised to contact the Program Coordinator 3-4 weeks before priority registration for assistance with selecting electives and requesting pre-requisite waivers, if necessary.
4) COBA 4885 (Experiential Learning and Internship) provides the opportunity for students to gain unpaid work experience and course credit. Students who would like to find out more about internship should send an email to the careercentre@douglascollege.ca at the start of their program.
5) For replacement courses, students must:
1000-Level, Non-CBA Courses |
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2000-Level, Non-CBA Courses |
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3000-Level, Non-CBA Courses |
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Program Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this program and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the program, consider the previous version as the applicable version.
You will have to pay an additional mandatory fee of $425 (plus applicable taxes) to cover FITT eBooks, credit transfer and examination fees. Upon successful completion of the PDD in International Business Management program, you must mail a copy of your official transcript to FITT and pass the two FITT assessments selected by Douglas College.
Career opportunities include: